Advice

Money-saving advice, how-to guides, explainer features and more to help all drivers get the best from their motoring.

Advice

Is it illegal to park across a home driveway?

Motoring Research team - 0
What are your rights if a car has been parked across your driveway? We explain the law on residential street and driveway parking.
Advice

How to check UK driving test availability and book online

Motoring Research team - 1
The long wait for driving tests can make life difficult – and expensive – for learner drivers. We explain how the process should work.
Advice

Apart from Britain, which countries drive on the left?

Motoring Research team - 0
Around a third of the world's countries drive on the left-hand side of the road. We reveal those that do, plus explain where it all started.
Advice

Merging in turn or jumping the queue? A motorist’s guide

Motoring Research team - 0
Do you merge in turn or wait patiently in line when a queue of cars forms? Research suggests that you ought to zip it...
Advice

What are synthetic fuels – and can they save cars as we know them?

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
The future of petrol and diesel cars remains in doubt, so are synthetic fuels the answer to our prayers? We answer your questions.
Advice

Spring cleaning: How to make your car look and feel fresh

Motoring Research team - 0
With winter thankfully behind us, it’s time to give your car the revitalising spring clean it deserves. Here is our step-by-step guide.
Advice

Car insurance: compulsory and voluntary excess explained

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
Excesses are among the most misunderstood elements of car insurance. Our short guide explains the two main types you need to understand.
Advice

How to sell your car for the best price

Motoring Research team - 0
Hoping to sell your car? Our tips will ensure you get the best price, including where to sell and how to take good photographs.
Advice

What is a Low Traffic Neighbourhood – and why do they divide opinion?

Motoring Research team - 0
A Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN) is designed to discourage or restrict use of cars by non-local motorists. But the idea is controversial.
Advice

London ULEZ checker: How to check if you need to pay

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 0
The Ultra Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) means drivers of certain vehicles must pay a charge to enter London. We explain the rules.
Advice

What are car logbook loans – and are they a good idea?

Andrew Brady - 0
They are an easy and quick source of cash, but should you take out a logbook loan? Here's our guide to how they work and the risks involved.
Advice

Is my car insurance still valid if I drive during a weather warning?

Motoring Research team - 0
Are you still insured if you ignore Met Office weather warnings and drive your car in snow, ice, rain, wind or fog? We explain the rules.
Load more

LATEST NEWS